"Tuning Prado 120", the photo of which is presented in the article, is of several types. It includes external and internal improvements, refinement of the engine and chassis, acoustics, wheels and tires. All these components must upgrade and improve the car. Tuning "Toyota Prado 120" can be carried out both in tuning studios, and with your own hands. In the article we will consider all types and subspecies, as well as see some illustrative examples.
External improvement
Any tuning of the Prado 120 begins with the installation of external body kits, mirrors and other manipulations. In automotive grammar, this is the beginning of all beginnings. The characteristics and performance techniques of outdoor tuning can be different: from a more animal form to soft and delicate, almost feminine. Consider the phased production and how the external tuning of the Toyota Prado 120 is performed.
The bumper can be made in several ways: from plastic, fiberglass, light aluminum. In the first embodiment, it can be either stamping on a hot press, or a one-piece plastic bumper. For example, the original buffer is cast in parts, and then glued together by heating the plastic.
The most common type of bumper manufacturing is fiberglass, which easily takes on the desired shape. But for cars like the Prado 120, it doesn't look quite aesthetically pleasing.
The last option is aluminum, which is stamped in the press. It is the most common type of tuning in the east. In this case, the material easily acquires the desired shape and holds the structure quite firmly. The advantage of this type is that the part is much stronger than plastic or fiberglass, and is easily restored if necessary.
Door sills together with bumpers are included in the external body kit. In this case, they complement the Prado 120 tuning. They are made in the same way as the bumper. In fact, the front and rear bumpers, as well as the door sills, form a set of external body kit, which can be sold assembled or as separate parts.
Wing expanders - one of the parts that can be included with the outer body kit. Such tuning "Prado 120" is considered advanced. This spare part is usually made of plastic and painted a little darker than the body, which emphasizes the external styling of the car. Tuning "Prado 120" is not so in demand among the owners of this car. However, there are craftsmen and comers.
The wing is ideal for sedans and coupes, but does not go well with SUVs and hatchbacks. In this case, the part has a more decorative role than a technical one. It is usually ordered in body color and, as it were, continues it. At the same time, aerodynamics increase by 10%, while in a coupe or sedan by 30%.
Roof rails are also part of the Land Cruiser Prado 120 tuning. This part often comes as standard. Although there are differences. In the tuning version, the rails are chrome-plated and have lights in front. Standard equipment is devoid of this and is made of plastic.
Amplifiers of the body - the most common tuning of the Land Cruiser Prado 120. It can be ordered in the salon where Toyota cars are sold. It includes lateral threshold expanders, a front protective element (kenguryatnik), and a back staircase. All these parts are usually made of stainless steel and coated with chrome or nickel. Installation is quite easy, as there are landing mounts.
Tuning the Prado 120 is quite simple. Details are made in such a way that all fastenings are located according to standard landing. That is, you do not need to make any additional holes or come up with adapters for spare parts.
Doing tuning "Toyota Prado 120" is best for professionals. There are many tuning studios (studios) that can not only pick up, make, but also mount any modifications to the car. The average cost in Russia of a tuning installation is from 3,000 to 15,000 dollars.
Painting and airbrushing
Many car owners "Toyota Prado 120" to stand out, do exclusive painting, or airbrushing. There are a lot of options for the color scheme of the drawings, and professional craftsmen will put on the car what the client wants. Painting can also be different, pearl color and a chameleon are especially popular.
Interior tuning
Tuning the interior of the Toyota Prado 120 (interior photos are shown in the article) is one of the modification options. Of course, masters of car refinements can make any interior according to the customer’s wishes. The most common type of interior tuning is hauling the skin in a different color. This can be done by specialists who have long been working in this field. Pricing starts at 120,000 rubles.
Also, tuning the cabin includes the completion of noise and vibration isolation, hauling the ceiling and racks, changing the luggage compartment, installing lights and door cards. You can talk a lot about what tuning options are, but everyone chooses what he likes best.
Engine tuning
Adding power is a tuning option that all motorists are chasing. I must say that the Prado already has an engine that should not be modified, but if you really want to, the only safe option is the ECU firmware. This will make the injection a little earlier, which will add power.
One of the varieties of engine tuning is the alteration of the exhaust system. So, the owner of the Prado 120 can take the exhaust pipe anywhere, and the many mufflers sold on the muffler will make the car unique and individual. The installation of other additional equipment will only reduce the resource of the motor.
Finalization of the chassis
Suspension is one of those parts of the car that is most often tuned. This is a whole field of work to improve the performance of the machine. There are so many parts that you can completely replace the undercarriage.
So, let’s consider what most often changes in the suspension of a Toyota Prado 120 car:
- Shock absorbers.
- Springs
- Suspension Stabilizers.
- Steering tips.
- Trapeze of the rear axle.
- Steering traction.
- Hubs.
Tuning versions of these parts can be found in online stores. Of course, the cost is higher than conventional original spare parts, but it's worth it. Since the car after refinement feels more confident on the road, and technical specifications are increasing.
Modified Optics and Light
The headlights on the Prado 120 (tuning version) are alternative optics from various tuning manufacturers. Why is it used? Because it has improved features. So, alternative optics has improved lenses that let in more light, which allows better coverage of the road surface. There are few options for tuning optics on the Prado 120, because it is not very popular, due to the high-quality standard.
Highly popular are taillights and extra lights. All this improves the light characteristics of the machine. So, motorists install LED lights at the back, which better illuminate at night, as well as in bad weather conditions.
An additional type of tuning is the installation of neon equipment to illuminate the bottom. It does not bear practical benefit, but the large light range allows you to highlight the car and make it noticeable. It is like a style of self-expression. Neon lights are clearly visible in the dark.
Off-road tuning
Off-road tuning "Prado 120" - a set of modified parts that are installed outside. The main purpose of these spare parts is to improve off-road and off-road performance. It includes an external body kit, high shock absorbers to increase ground clearance, wheels and tires and winches.
Often, such kits are installed by those motorists who go fishing and hunting, where increased cross-country ability is needed. Also, these parts are put in cases where the car is involved in off-road racing.
Acoustics
An integral attribute of tuning are acoustic, navigation and multimedia systems. There are many, and varieties allow the consumer to choose what they like. The main problem remains car compatibility. Tuning "Prado 120" in terms of installing acoustics is quite wide. You can install up to 12 speakers, 1 amplifier, 4 screens for video playback, one multimedia system, as well as a CD receiver in the car.
Many car enthusiasts install high-quality acoustics so that the sound is clear and powerful. There is an opinion among young people that the louder the steeper. Professional installers of multimedia equipment in cars, on the contrary, say that the acoustics that produce the most pure sound are better. Although arguing in this regard is useless, since everyone establishes what he likes.
Wheels and tires
The first thing that is installed from modifications to the car is wheels and tires. This tuning "Prado 120" is the most common in the CIS. Mostly, these parts are selected as decoration, and only a few motorists calculate the pros and cons.
Many sellers offer a wide range of wheels and tires, among which motorists choose the perfect option for the price-performance ratio. The most popular are the disks from the AVP company, which cost from 25,000 rubles / pc.
Buying tuning parts
You can buy tuning parts for the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 120 in the online store or under the order at stationary points. Of course, it is best to place an order at a tuning studio.
The maximum price paid for tuning parts for the Prado 120 is 1,200,000 rubles. At the same time, a full version of tuning was made from the engine to the passenger compartment.
Do it yourself
Tuning "Prado 120" with your own hands is not worth it, because it can turn out not quite aesthetically and beautifully. Although there are cases of a fairly high-quality version of the independent execution of parts. This mainly uses materials such as plastic, fiberglass and purchased finished parts that are installed on standard mounting seats.
Recommendations
Tuning studios recommend not experimenting and only professional tuning "Prado 120", photos of which are presented in the article. At the same time, this operation should be trusted by specialists, they will do everything efficiently and quickly. Of course, it turns out for the money a little expensive, namely from 100 000 rubles.